It’s a system for more than just plastics, like batteries are that symbol with 43? In the logo. It is a classification system for waste handling, some materials more recyclable than others.
The idea is as technology increases we may have methods to deal with more of them.
For now, what plastic isn’t recycled is often made into fuel pellets, and used as heating sources for industrial stuff. It’s better than mining coal, and oil, but still not an ideal reuse method.
It’s a system for more than just plastics, like batteries are that symbol with 43? In the logo. It is a classification system for waste handling, some materials more recyclable than others. The idea is as technology increases we may have methods to deal with more of them. For now, what plastic isn’t recycled is often made into fuel pellets, and used as heating sources for industrial stuff. It’s better than mining coal, and oil, but still not an ideal reuse method.